Job Description

SUMMARY:
A respected public sector client is looking for a Specialist: Audit (Financial Services) to join its Large Business and International Division, based in Johannesburg.
POSITION INFO:
Do you thrive on uncovering financial complexities and leading audits that make a national impact? Ready to apply your tax expertise in the high-stakes world of financial services?
A respected public sector client is looking for a Specialist: Audit (Financial Services) to join its Large Business and International Division, based in Johannesburg. This specialist will independently lead complex, high-value audits across the financial services industry, including , , asset management, and corporate restructurings. It''s an opportunity to shape compliance at scale and contribute meaningfully to economic integrity.
Key Duties:

• Lead complex tax audits involving Corporate Income Tax, financial products, and M&A transactions
• Conduct full audit cycles - from planning through to execution and finalisation
• Identify tax risks and deliver credible assessments to support revenue collection
• Recommend process, system, and policy improvements based on audit insights
• Provide guidance and mentoring to other audit professionals
• Assist in legislative review by identifying loopholes and improvement areas
• Collaborate across teams and build productive relationships with stakeholders
• Analyse business and audit data to uncover trends, inconsistencies, and risks

Key Requirements:

• Relevant Bachelor''s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) with 8-10 years' tax audit experience in financial services, including 3-4 years at specialist level

OR
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) with 15 years' relevant experience, including 3-4 years at operational specialist level * Expertise in Corporate Income Tax, specialised financial products, and complex transactions

• Industry-specific audit experience in banking, asset management, life and non-life insurance
• Strong analytical, advisory, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to work independently while contributing to a high-performing team

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